The Kneeslider

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Harley Davidson rentals growing

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It's no secret that sales have been a little slow for some manufacturers, Harley Davidson for one. It seems the Harley rental program is growing in the six years of operation starting with 6 participating dealerships to 250 now. It probably is a good way to get some potential buyers hooked or reacquainting past riders with the fun they used to have. You need to be a little … [Read more...]

Dual clutch transmission

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We've talked a lot about all of the different engines being used or developed for use in motor vehicles but we haven't really said anything about transmissions. Not a glamorous subject but necessary if you want to move. Bikers all understand or are at least familiar with manual transmissions since that's what bikes have. Very basic and straight forward. Automatics tend to be … [Read more...]

Knockoff motorcycles and parts

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Checked your inbox lately? Good chance there's more than a few offers for a cheap Rolex watch or Microsoft Office for $29 or prescription drugs at rock bottom prices, the knockoffs are everywhere, cheap, unauthorized and illegal copies of the real thing. Designer clothes and fashion accessories are a big target, too. Why? There's big money in promoting and selling the look or … [Read more...]

Motorcycle tricycles

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What's the deal with trikes? I have to admit, I simply do not understand them. Sidecars are interesting but for the most part they can be removed and the original two wheel motorcycle can be regained. Some motorcycles are specifically manufactured to be sidecar rigs so that is not always the case, but for the most part, they're a removable addition. Trikes, on the other … [Read more...]

Kawasaki confirms ER-6n

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Photos of the new Kawasaki ER-6n began popping up on the Internet the other day and Kawasaki has confirmed its existence. It has a fuel injected parallel twin displacing 649cc, a monoshock rear suspension and styling that takes a jump forward from older models. It looks nice and could be a great beginners bike or just a lot of fun all around for any rider. It will be introduced … [Read more...]

Mid Ohio motorcycle double header

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With all of the talk about Laguna Seca it's easy to forget those of us back east have a great week coming up. Mid Ohio has AMA Vintage Motorcycle Days, July 15-17 and then Honda Super Cycle Weekend July 22-24. The Vintage Days feature Ducati this year and will have a display of about 70 bikes featuring pre war Ducatis and many other significant models. There are vintage … [Read more...]